Casa Campolattaro - Lucca Centro

16/12/2024

Who knew making our favorite Italian Biscotti ai Pinoli would be so easy! And, you can make them gluten free. Check out the recipe, here: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/making-italian-biscotti-ai-pinoli-surprisingly-easy-delicious

03/12/2024

While we dream of spending Christmas in Lucca, with its twinkling piazzas, festive markets, and roasted chestnuts, this year we’re celebrating in Virginia. We’ve learned that it’s the traditions that matter most—like decorating the tree, baking homemade pizzelle, and having the whole family together. But we’re still dreaming of a Christmas in Lucca.

What are your favorite holiday traditions, whether in Italy or elsewhere? I'd love to hear how you make the season special! 🎁✨

Read more about our holiday plans and the magic of Christmas in Lucca in my latest blog: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/magical-christmas-traditions-in-lucca-and-virginia

27/11/2024

First and foremost, the crew made our experience especially enjoyable and worthwhile. The four day shoot was somewhat exhausting, but they were always encouraging, upbeat and energized which helped tremendously. Filming House Hunters International was completely out of our comfort zone and the crew managed to make it so much fun.

Read more, here: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/behind-the-scenes-our-adventure-filming-house-hunters-international-in-lucca-italy



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26/11/2024

26/11/2024

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25/11/2024

New blog post!

Life is different in Lucca. People linger over their morning cappuccino, conversations spill over into afternoon hours, and shops close for

23/11/2024

We've been keeping a secret...Gulp.
https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/part-i-house-hunters-international-behind-the-scenes

18/11/2024

Noooo! 🐖

Mouthwatering Prosciutto di Parma is enjoyed around the world. But Italian ham fans need to brace themselves for potential disappointment as a crisis threatens supplies and drives up prices.

09/11/2024

Stepping into the role of steward for our centuries-old home in Italy comes with more than just charm. Check out our latest blog for a recent close call...

https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/lessons-learned-in-the-stewardship-of-our-historic-home-in-italy

02/11/2024

Clearly, I wasn’t ready to give up the Italian pace, so my foot decided to slow me down!

When I broke my foot while unpacking only hours after landing, the familiar surroundings feel both comforting and frustrating.

31/10/2024

Thinking about traveling with young kids in Italy makes me both nostalgic and exhausted! It’s been a while since we explored this beautiful country with little ones, but they still love Italy!

With Dario's sister gearing up to stay at our place in Lucca with her husband and their two young boys, I’ve been brainstorming ways to make their time here as enjoyable as possible. As I put together a list to help them make the most of their visit, I thought it would be great to share it with others planning a family adventure in Lucca!

Check out our latest blog, Exploring Lucca with Littles: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/exploring-lucca-with-littles

What tips do you have to add?

27/10/2024

https://www.theburn.com/2024/10/27/six-sensational-neapolitan-pizza-places-in-nova/

Pupatella and il Canale in Georgetown are our favorites for authentic (certified Neapolitan) pizza. The Burn

These days it seems there are as many different types of pizza as there are spots on map. New York, Chicago, Detroit, St. Louis, Connecticut, California. But one of the classic pizza styles didn't originate

24/10/2024

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08/10/2024

Big savings on several of these items with Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, October 8-9!

Planning a trip to Italy, or any extended journey for that matter, requires careful consideration of what to bring along. A curated list of essentials.

07/10/2024

Some of our blog posts are geared mostly to our guests with helpful information for their stay at Casa Campolattaro. That's the case with this one on the ZTL, but sharing here in case it's of interest to others. https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/navigating-ztl-and-parking-in-lucca-what-you-need-to-know
https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/navigating-ztl-and-parking-in-lucca-what-you-need-to-know

01/10/2024

When you walk into Casa Campolattaro, the first thing you'll see is our family photo—a reminder that this is our home, not just a rental. We recently shared our story with Fortune Magazine about buying a home abroad, and while the headline wasn’t our favorite, 😜 the article captures our experience. Read more, here: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/making-casa-campolattaro-a-home-not-an-investment